Housekeeper - 20 Hours

DFS; Leicester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

30% colleague discount

15% friends & family discount acrossS

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption

Discounts and cashback at hundreds of

Group Pension Scheme

Group Sharesave Scheme

Life Assurance

Job summary

DFS is seeking a detail‑driven Housekeeper to keep our Leicester showroom pristine and welcoming for customers. You will dust, vacuum, mop and clean toilet areas, maintain the coffee machine, and ensure cleaning supplies are stocked, all while representing DFS values.

The role offers an hourly rate of £12.71, a friendly team, regular Monday–Friday shifts, and great staff benefits including discounts at DFS and Sofology, holiday allowances, and pension options.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and showroom upkeep.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Friendly team player.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the showroom is presentable to the highest standards by cleaning, dusting and vacuuming.
• Mopping floors and displaying floor signs where appropriate.
• Cleaning toilet areas.
• Maintaining the coffee machine.
• Ensuring cleaning supply inventory is up to date.
• Following a work rota and completing duties in order.
• Representing DFS values and those of our brand partners in everything that you do.

Skills

Cleaning

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team player

Job description

Your new role

About DFS:

It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home - and that's just what we do at DFS. We're the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.

About the Role:

The Housekeeper is a key role at the heart of the business, taking pride in maintaining the beautiful showroom to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include general cleaning (dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and toilet areas), maintaining the coffee machine, managing cleaning supplies, and representing DFS values.

The shift pattern is typically Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm, with occasional weekend and bank holiday work. This position is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and lots of enthusiasm who enjoys interacting with colleagues and potential customers as part of a fun and friendly team

Here's what we offer:

The Highlights...

• Competitive Pay & Work-Life Balance: With an hourly rate of £12.71 and a reliable schedule
• 30% colleague discount plus 15% friends & family discount across DFS and Sofology

There's more...

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional holidays each year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
• Discounted gym and cinema memberships
• Group Pension Scheme
• Group Sharesave Scheme
• Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay

What you'll be doing:

• Ensuring the showroom is presentable to the highest standards by cleaning, dusting and vacuuming.
• Mopping floors and displaying floor signs where appropriate.
• Cleaning toilet areas.
• Maintaining the coffee machine.
• Ensuring cleaning supply inventory is up to date.
• Following a work rota and completing duties in order.
• Representing DFS values and those of our brand partners in everything that you do.

Inclusion:

We're committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and supporting Doncaster Pride, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail.

We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you.

(All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks.)